
SAASTA
@nrf_saasta
The South African Agency for Science & Technology Advancement aims to create, support & enrich platforms for effective science engagement
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"The power of smartphones can bring the world's libraries to the user, however most people are still using it to access social media. The public remains discerning about online information sources and the threat of misinformation." Kgethi Phakeng, PhD(Wits); Hon DSc (UBristol) at the #SAPRSsurvey Reflection Conf







Biodiversity is the web of life that sustains us all, from the air we breathe to the food we eat. Yet, it’s under threat and protecting nature means protecting our future. Let’s act now to restore ecosystems, support conservation, and live in harmony with nature. National Research Foundation of South Africa


Happy Youth Day to all the youth! Today, we celebrate the curiosity, creativity, and courage of young South Africans choosing science as a career path. From climate change to cutting-edge tech, the future needs your ideas. Science empowers you to change the world. DEPARTMENT OF SCIENCE,TECHNOLOGY & INNOVATION


Healthy land is the foundation of food security, water supply, and climate resilience. As desertification spreads and droughts intensify, collective action is crucial to restore ecosystems and safeguard livelihoods. Let’s invest in land restoration today. DEPARTMENT OF SCIENCE,TECHNOLOGY & INNOVATION National Research Foundation of South Africa


Meet Duduzile Kubheka, an NRF-SAAO Project Coordinator and Master's student Stellenbosch University: nrf.ac.za/nrf-youth-mont… Her work is driven by a strong belief in the power of science, particularly astronomy, as a tool for development, inspiration, and empowerment. #YouthMonth2025

